Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers

These Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers are a wholesome and flavorful dish, filled with a savory mix of quinoa or brown rice, chickpeas, tomatoes, feta, and fresh herbs. Baked to perfection, they make a satisfying and nutritious meal that's perfect for any occasion.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 35

Servings 6

Ingredients

6 large bell peppers tops cut, deseeded
2 cups cooked brown rice or quinoa
1 can 15 oz chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 cup chopped tomatoes
1 cup feta cheese crumbled
1 small red onion finely chopped
1/4 cup pine nuts
2 cloves garlic minced
2 tablespoons fresh mint chopped
2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
Olive oil for drizzling
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375°F.
In a bowl, mix together the cooked rice or quinoa, chickpeas, tomatoes, feta cheese, red onion, pine nuts, garlic, mint, and parsley. Season with salt and pepper.
Stuff the bell peppers with the filling. Place in a baking dish and drizzle with olive oil.
Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the tops are lightly browned.
Serve warm, garnished with additional herbs if desired.

Notes

Tips for feeding the kids:

Choose their color: Let each child pick the color of their bell pepper.

Stuff it together: Kids can help spoon the filling into the peppers, which can be a fun activity and might make them more willing to try the finished product.